The Big Picture
In early 2025, the leadership teams of New Day Church and Koinonia Church entered into a season of prayerful conversation about the future of ministry in Selma. Over years of relationship, shared mission, and mutual trust, it became clear that God was leading us into a new season—one church, united in vision, strengthened in mission, and positioned for greater Kingdom impact.
In August 2025, the governing boards of both churches unanimously agreed to move forward with a merger. Responding to the leading of the Holy Spirit, we are taking a step of faith to reach more people with the gospel, steward leadership and resources wisely, and build a healthier, more sustainable future for the church in Selma.
The result of this process will be Koinonia Church Selma.
Frequently Asked Questions
We believe we are better together. Both churches share a heart for reaching people, making disciples, and serving the community. Through prayer and discernment, leadership recognized that a united church would be stronger, healthier, and more effective long-term than continuing separately.
This is a rebirth-style merger.
New Day Church’s 501(c)(3) will dissolve, and all assets will be gifted to Koinonia Church. Ministry will relaunch with renewed vision, leadership covering, and structure as Koinonia Church Selma.
The church will be a campus of Koinonia Church called Koinonia Church Selma.
- Pastor Chad Fagundes will serve as Campus Pastor of Koinonia Church Selma.
- Pastor Chris Goldsmith has joined the Koinonia staff as a full-time pastor, providing leadership continuity and pastoral care.
All New Day assets will transfer to Koinonia Church. New Day brings no debt into the merger. Koinonia Church’s existing mortgage remains budgeted and responsibly serviced.
We are targeting a launch date of Mother’s Day 2026.
Both governing boards unanimously approved the merger in August 2025. The New Day board will oversee final dissolution and asset transfer as part of the agreed process.
This is a moment that requires faith and unity. You can help by:
- Praying consistently
- Staying informed
- Giving to help remodel the campus and support the financial needs of the launch
- Committing to help launch Selma by joining the Launch Team
Our Confidence
We believe this is the will of God.
The legacy of New Day Church and the mission of Koinonia Church are coming together for a powerful new season of ministry in Selma. We are full of faith, deeply grateful, and excited to walk forward together as one church family.
The best days are ahead.